Borodin: Polovtsian Dances Overture, from the opera Prince Igor - for Woodwind Quintet

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This advanced intermediate woodwind quintet digital download arrangement of Alexander Borodin's "Polovtsian Dances Overture" from his opera Prince Igor, an orchestral showpiece, is a fun challenge for advanced ensembles. This transcription of an iconic Romantic Era work is a great opener or closer for a recital, and perfect for contests, competitions, weddings, special events, and graduations, and is a perennial favorite among orchestral winds.

This arrangement was written for college and professional quintets. There is an optional percussion part (tambourine); the piece works well either way. I have also included an alternate bass clarinet part in lieu of a missing bassoon. Originally scored for a full orchestra, I hope you enjoy this transcription of Borodin’s masterwork in orchestration.

To learn more about my inspiration for writing this Borodin arrangement, click here‍ ‍to read my CMP Blog Post‍.

Updated 28 Jul 2026